You know that book, “Eat This, Not That”? I thought of that book when I went hunting for cardigan ideas on the Macy Department Store website. So, look at what I found that Macy’s is selling and you can get … Read More ...
WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT CROCHET-ALONGS?
Have you ever participated in a CAL (crochet along)? Neither have I. Oh, a bunch of readers will have participated in them. I can’t really determine how I feel about them. The Mystery CAL’s seem like they might be more … Read More ...
PHASE INTO PHALL (er…. FALL)
The air is suddenly crisp and cool. Fall (my least favorite time of year) may well be upon us and it’s still August! Tho’ I’m not a fan of Fall as cold winter soon follows, I do like the colors … Read More ...
CROCHET FOR FALL
Fall isn’t really my favorite time of year, but I do love the colors and Fall decorations. I’ve scouted out some ideas for us to crochet. This first is a place mat that even a rank beginner could make. Color … Read More ...
Crochet A Wreath
I had this idea to find a great crocheted wreath for my front door. Wreaths and swags are things that I enjoy crafting with a lot of recycled/upcycled components. I usually start with a wreath from a thrift store from … Read More ...
Book Review- AFGHANS AND THROWS
“Afghans and Throws” is an inviting new book by Luise Roberts. It contains both knit and crochet patterns, and, unlike most mixed books, this one gives equal space to crochet. While there are only six project patterns in … Read More ...
More New Techniques
As promised, here are some more ideas for you to try. Spice things up and crochet something different! Start with one of these, maybe:
Freeform is a favorite technique of mine. If you haven’t tried it, lose the rules and … Read More ...
CROCHET STITCHES IN MOTION DVD
Leisure Arts has another winner with the Crochet Stitches in Motion DVD that teaches 12 pattern stitches and offers 8 projects. I was anxious to see this DVD because it includes demonstration of a long stitch, a stitch that has … Read More ...
CHILLY CHEEKS NO MORE
If you walk outside like I walk outside in all kinds of weather, this might be a great freebie for you. My problem? No pony tail! Darn it! My hair is so fine that barettes just slide right out of … Read More ...
NATURE INSPIRED CROCHET
I ran across this flikr.com account that has oodles of wonderful pictures, most of which are nature inspired. This artist has posted her own and the work of others. I love rocks and have wrapped some with wire and beads … Read More ...
DEADLINES? GET ORGANIZED!
With the coming of the winter holiday season – Thanksgiving, Christmas, Channukah, New Years, Kwaanza – we often have a lot of deadlines to meet. We often have more budget than cash. We always need a roadmap for gifts, festivities, … Read More ...
WRAPPED IN CROCHET – PART DEUX
WRAPPED IN CROCHET: Scarves, Wraps, and Shawls by Kristin Omdahl
As promised, here is a preview of some of the outstanding patterns available in this book. Omdahl shows the depth of her designing skill with this array of projects.
“Labyrinth” … Read More ...
WRAPPED IN CROCHET – A BOOK REVIEW AND A GIMME!
WRAPPED IN CROCHET: SCARVES, WRAPS, AND SHAWLS
KRISTIN OMDAHL
What? ANOTHER book about crochet scarves?? Why not something more impressive, fresher, newer, more fashion forward?? Kristin Omdahl has expanded her crochet horizon with many of the designs in this … Read More ...
CAN YOU HEAR CROCHET???
Well, yes….. If you tune into the right online connection, you can listen to Kim Guzman and others discuss our favorite subject – no, NOT politics!! Crochet! Check this out:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/search/Kim?Guzman
Kim has an amazing array of new patterns coming … Read More ...
REDEFINING EXQUISITE – YooLa Shows Her Stuff
I am a person who truly appreciates the artistry of others. I’ve visited a good number of art galleries around the world. I’ve studied Art History and created my own works of art in a variety of media. I have … Read More ...